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Meticulously Crafted

[caption id="attachment_1948" align="alignnone" width="576"] Upstairs Deck After[/caption] [pullquote align=center]We truly are amazed with the transformation[/pullquote]

When Paddington real estate agent Pamela Ross first saw this home, she knew she wanted to secure the listing for this meticulously crafted renovator at Ashgrove. Over the years, Pamela has watched the conversion of an original 1914 Queenslander into a modern family home by owners and builders Gavin and Helen.

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Knowing that the home is ‘something special’, Pamela calls in the team from Showhomes to bring it’s inner beauty to the fore by highlighting the home’s beautifully restored traditional features along with the modern lifestyle envisaged by Gavin and Helen for the next generation of owners.

 

Day 1 – Initial Consultation

10am Monday

Tracey from Showhomes is introduced to the home’s history.  Gavin describes the painstaking restoration and renovation process.  He and Helen outline the effort that has gone in to creating amenity in the living, sleeping and outdoor spaces.

[caption id="attachment_1955" align="alignnone" width="300"] Office Before[/caption]

Tracey opts for designing a modern home with a uniquely Australian theme in the living areas.  Together she and Helen build a plan to prepare for the photo-ready makeover a few weeks away.

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The first room encountered is the downstairs office.  Helen explains the significance of the room for Gavin’s business and entertainment requirements.  Showhomes’ furniture and furnishings are brought in to compliment the existing desk.

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Modern artworks reflect the desired look and feel of blending home’s traditions with the modern world; as well as reflecting the owners’ love of the outback.

 

Day 2 – Photo-Ready Makeover

10am Tuesday

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Living in Design

Helen rallies her sister Sheryl and daughter Jessica to assist the Showhomes’ team with the makeover.

[caption id="attachment_1978" align="alignnone" width="300"] Kitchen Before[/caption]

Family involvement in the styling process is crucial in an occupied home.  The family needs to be able to comfortably live around the styling and know how to pull it all together for viewing at a moment’s notice.

Stylish simplicity is important.  Upstairs, the superb kitchen is cleared, cleaned and styled for market.

[caption id="attachment_1983" align="alignnone" width="480"] Kitchen After[/caption]

The dining room awaits attention…

[caption id="attachment_1980" align="alignnone" width="300"] Dining Before[/caption]

Seemingly effortless definition is created

[caption id="attachment_1981" align="alignnone" width="480"] Dining After[/caption]

The large living space

[caption id="attachment_2001" align="alignnone" width="300"] Lounge Dining Before[/caption]

A distinct ‘Lounge Room’ is created, bringing relaxation and definition into the room

[caption id="attachment_2002" align="alignnone" width="480"] Lounge Before[/caption]

Splashes of colour draw the eye across the large living and dining space

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Creating comfortable flow towards the outdoor dining and seating areas

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The deck appears more rustic before

[caption id="attachment_2007" align="alignnone" width="300"] Deck Before[/caption]

And more polished after

[caption id="attachment_2008" align="alignnone" width="480"] Deck After[/caption]

More barren before

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And more comfortable after

[caption id="attachment_2010" align="alignnone" width="480"] Side Deck After[/caption]

Designed for Living…

[caption id="attachment_2013" align="alignnone" width="720"] Back Deck After[/caption]

The Sleeping Zone

Creating uniquely private sleeping areas for a variety of potential users of different ages, whilst keeping flow to the feel of the home, is the professional’s challenge.

[caption id="attachment_2015" align="alignnone" width="300"] Master Bedroom Before[/caption]

The Master Bedroom sets the scene

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Personal comfort

[caption id="attachment_2018" align="alignnone" width="300"] Master Bedroom Before[/caption]

From the outside in…

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Whilst an adjacent room

[caption id="attachment_2016" align="alignnone" width="300"] Guest Bedroom Before[/caption]

Becomes a child’s space

[caption id="attachment_2020" align="alignnone" width="480"] Child’s Bedroom After[/caption]

A guest bedroom transformed

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As a young adult’s room

[caption id="attachment_1966" align="alignnone" width="480"] Young Adult’s Room After[/caption]

Another downstairs bedroom

[caption id="attachment_1973" align="alignnone" width="300"] Spare Bedroom Before[/caption]

Becomes a teenager’s retreat

[caption id="attachment_1974" align="alignnone" width="480"] Teenager’s Bedroom After[/caption]

Market Ready

‘Helen and I really appreciate the efforts your team put into our project!’ said Gavin.

Showhomes thanks and acknowledges the time, talents and treasures of our wonderful stylist Cheri Lee; two brilliant photographers, Paul McCann (before photos) and Antony Merat (afters); Nathan from Floral Images,  and Judy and the artistic team from Dalozzo Galleries.

Helen and Gavin are looking forward to seeing the benefits of professionally decorating their home-for-sale – better online photos, more viewings at open homes – higher offers – a faster sale.

Please note: All photos and artworks are subject to copyright.

[caption id="attachment_2027" align="alignnone" width="528"] Antique Bear[/caption]

Why have Showhomes’ last four homes sold in first month from the first viewing, all within 2% of desired price?

Selling a house in a competitive market isn’t easy as many home owners are finding out. But now it’s possible to get a real, tangible, competitive edge no longer reserved only for the homes of the rich and famous, property developers or savvy investors.

Professional home staging or interior decorating for homes for sale is a proven marketing technique used across the globe to gain a competitive advantage.  Here’s how it works…

While the market determines the price of a home, using professional techniques of home decoration can take it to a whole new level.

 

Which room would you prefer to buy?

Carpets cleaned, windows washed and ready to sell…

[caption id="attachment_1611" align="alignnone" width="533"] Media Room before Makeover[/caption]

One day later… within a strict budget using the client’s own furniture, items borrowed from a neighbour and a few extra items from Showhomes to complete the picture, here’s what we create.

[caption id="attachment_1612" align="alignnone" width="533"] Media Room after Makeover[/caption]

Is it possible to fall in love with a room?

Here’s another view of the same room one day before interior decorating for sale. Again, it’s cleaned and ready to sell.

[caption id="attachment_1609" align="alignnone" width="533"] Media Room looking to foyer Before Makeover[/caption]

From fatigued to fresh… with the client’s own furniture rearranged and accessorised for full selling potential…

[caption id="attachment_1610" align="alignnone" width="533"] Media Room after Makeover[/caption]

Professional interior decoration for homes for sale helps homes sell faster and for a higher price, even in a quiet market.

That’s how Showhomes have helped four homes to sell from the first viewing.

Here’s the full before and after photo tour of this stunning Fig Tree Pocket home.

 

Interested in selling your home faster and at a higher price?

To find out if decorating your home for sale is right for you, please phone Tracey now on 0401 312 323 or email tracey@showsell.com.au

An initial consultation is still only $220 incl. GST

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Polishing a gem to make it shine

Unless you’re invited to a private viewing, you may never have a chance to discover this unique property nestled in bushland close to the Brisbane River.  Even driving past the front gate would only give a glimpse of the jewel within.

That’s why the owner of this hidden gem invited Showhomes to make it shine against other homes for sale on the market.  Jayne knew that professional styling would take her home to the next level in price and presentation.  Here’s what her vision has created in just over one week from Initial Consultation to Show Ready…

Initial Consultation

A useful, busy dining area (photo taken on stylist’s phone)…

[caption id="attachment_1615" align="alignnone" width="300"] Dining Room before Initial Consultation[/caption]

Becoming more peaceful within a few moments during the initial consultation

[caption id="attachment_1614" align="alignnone" width="300"] Dining Room after Initial Consultation[/caption]

Subtly transformed to showcase it’s architectural features during the photo shoot

[caption id="attachment_1616" align="alignnone" width="480"] Dining Room after Makeover[/caption]

The owner prepares for the makeover by reorganising and packing and enlisting tradespeople for repairs and maintenance, window cleaning inside and out, gardening and landscaping and house cleaning.

Photo Ready Makeover

Monday 10am Makeover begins with some simple yet stunning changes

[caption id="attachment_1582" align="alignnone" width="300"] Front Entry Before Makeover[/caption]

Jayne and Tracey from Showhomes decide to start at the front entrance making it more open and welcoming

Tuesday 3pm Bulk of internal and external transformation complete

[caption id="attachment_1594" align="alignnone" width="480"] Front Entry After Makeover[/caption]

Wednesday 2.30pm Photographer arrives

… uncovering a jewel.

[caption id="attachment_1595" align="alignnone" width="480"] Front Entry at Twilight after Makeover[/caption]

Creating Welcome 

The Showhomes team set to work transforming the home in readiness for the photo shoot (photo below taken on stylist’s phone)

[caption id="attachment_1617" align="alignnone" width="300"] Front Entry of Foyer before Makeover[/caption]

A beautiful entrance area welcomes you

[caption id="attachment_1693" align="alignnone" width="479"] Entry Foyer After Makeover[/caption]

 

Rearranging the client’s furniture to highlight the best use of the space

[caption id="attachment_1606" align="alignnone" width="300"] Upstairs Landing Before Makeover[/caption]

Designer pieces create an interesting feature together with florals for added visibility

[caption id="attachment_1603" align="alignnone" width="345"] Upstairs Landing after Makeover[/caption]

Meanwhile downstairs, practical living one day takes on a new life the next

[caption id="attachment_1609" align="alignnone" width="300"] Media Room looking toward foyer before Makeover[/caption]

Great furniture and home design are combined for beauty and livability

[caption id="attachment_1610" align="alignnone" width="533"] Media Room looking toward foyer after Makeover[/caption]

 Living the Dream

The eclectic style is harnessed

[caption id="attachment_1611" align="alignnone" width="300"] Media Room before Makeover[/caption]

And coralled, becoming understated elegance

[caption id="attachment_1612" align="alignnone" width="528"] Media Room after Makeover[/caption]

The open plan kitchen provides an outstanding canvas requiring few changes

[caption id="attachment_1629" align="alignnone" width="300"] Kitchen Before Makeover[/caption]

Presenting at it’s best and still being family functional whilst on the market

[caption id="attachment_1627" align="alignnone" width="528"] Kitchen after Makeover[/caption]

Allows the family to live and work around the makeover

[caption id="attachment_1620" align="alignnone" width="300"] Lounge Kitchen Before[/caption]

Flexible and easy to implement styling and storage solutions

[caption id="attachment_1632" align="alignnone" width="571"] Lounge after Makeover[/caption]

Combining comfortable living with show readiness

[caption id="attachment_1633" align="alignnone" width="300"] Kitchen before Makeover[/caption]

For outstanding presentation that’s buyer ready

[caption id="attachment_1634" align="alignnone" width="524"] Kitchen after Makeover[/caption]

At an hour’s notice

The Sleeping Zone

Maintaining ‘show ready’ bedrooms with a mix of family members from child to adult

[caption id="attachment_1635" align="alignnone" width="300"] Bedroom Before Makeover[/caption]

Creative, easy to implement solutions and teamwork make it possible

[caption id="attachment_1694" align="alignnone" width="525"] Master Bedroom after Makeover[/caption]

 

For guest rooms too

[caption id="attachment_1638" align="alignnone" width="300"] Bedroom Before Makeover[/caption]

But it’s all worth it to attract the right buyer

[caption id="attachment_1639" align="alignnone" width="560"] Bedroom after Makeover[/caption]

The kids love their made-over rooms

[caption id="attachment_1642" align="alignnone" width="300"] Bedroom before Makeover[/caption]

Vibrant artwork completes the picture

[caption id="attachment_1643" align="alignnone" width="560"] Bedroom after Makeover[/caption]

A change in styling invites freshness

[caption id="attachment_1644" align="alignnone" width="300"] Bedroom before Makeover[/caption]

Into a Child’s world

[caption id="attachment_1645" align="alignnone" width="560"] Bedroom after Makeover[/caption]

The Outside Story 

[caption id="attachment_1648" align="alignnone" width="300"] Deck before Makeover[/caption]

It’s important that the outside of the home

[caption id="attachment_1649" align="alignnone" width="560"] Deck after Makeover[/caption]

Reflects the standard of the internal makeover

[caption id="attachment_1650" align="alignnone" width="300"] Pool before Makeover[/caption]

Reinforcing the lifestyle that attracts the ideal buyer

[caption id="attachment_1651" align="alignnone" width="560"] Pool after Makeover[/caption]

Even with a beautiful home, Jayne didn’t want to leave anything to chance in such a competitive market.  Showhomes’ efforts can help attract more potential buyers, higher offers and a much quicker sale.

Watch this space for the sale results when available.

Showhomes would like to thank and acknowledge the genius of Antony Merat (artiste and ‘afters’ photographer); Paul McCann (‘befores’ photographer); Judy Dalozzo (original artworks); Cheri Lee (stylist) and Nathan (Floral Images), for their contributions and creativity.

…and thank you Jayne and family, for allowing Showhomes to shine your stunning gem.

Here’s a link to the home online http://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-fig+tree+pocket-110534581

[caption id="attachment_1654" align="alignnone" width="533"] Back of house[/caption]

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SOLD! in 14 days… but it was love at first sight…

Monday: 8am

When Julie and Henk decided to put their house on the market, they were ready to relocate and wanted to do everything possible to sell their home quickly and for the best possible price.  They allowed themselves a week to prepare for professional photos.

Julie had heard Tracey from Showhomes being interviewed on 4BC’s real estate program and decided to enlist Showhomes to decorate her home-for-sale.  Showhomes began the styling process on Monday morning with an Initial Consultation and finished on Sunday evening after completing the One Day Makeover for Photos.

Initial Consultation

The owners had already started packing and decluttering when Tracey arrived for the Initial Consultation but there was a lot to do before the One Day Makeover,  just a few days away.

Together, Tracey and Julie discussed ideas and restyled a number of rooms as a start to the home decoration for sale process.

[caption id="attachment_1086" align="alignnone" width="300"] The Master Bedroom at Monday 9.49am[/caption]

The Master Bedroom evolved in little more than half an hour during the initial consultation using Julie’s own furniture and furnishings.

[caption id="attachment_1087" align="alignnone" width="300"] Master Bedroom Monday 10.33am[/caption]

After the initial restyle, Julie revealed the family’s artwork.  Artworks are chosen which will be used to complete the rooms during the One Day Makeover.

[caption id="attachment_1092" align="alignnone" width="300"] Master Bedroom Sunday 4.27pm[/caption]

There’s a lot to be done, so a plan of action was developed.

One Day Makeover

The couple give themselves less than a week to be photo ready with the help of their children and the Showhomes team.  Julie and Henk’s online real estate photos were taken by their son, who is also a professional photographer.  Showhomes’ photographer, Paul McCann took the ‘after’ shots below.

The home’s true colours are revealed as a busy living space transforms.

[caption id="attachment_1095" align="alignnone" width="300"] Lounge Room before the Initial Consultation[/caption]

Into a true living area featuring art, florals, tangerine and teal, and even a bird or two!

[caption id="attachment_1200" align="alignnone" width="532"] Lounge Dining Open Home[/caption]

The kitchen bench before the makeover.

[caption id="attachment_1099" align="alignnone" width="300"] Kitchen and Lounge Room Before[/caption]

After – clean and cleared with space and style.

[caption id="attachment_1201" align="alignnone" width="532"] Open Plan Kitchen Lounge Dining[/caption]

Results

Henk and Julie’s efforts are obvious.  In just one week, the results are ’extraordinary’, observes their agent Ray, a 26-year veteran real estate agent.

Sunday: 5pm

The large downstairs room could easily be turned into a media room, gym, home office, private retreat or, as the team created, the fifth bedroom.

[caption id="attachment_1101" align="alignnone" width="300"] Downstairs Room Before[/caption]

The room is transformed using a mix of the family’s furniture artwork and greenery along with Showhomes furnishings and style.

[caption id="attachment_1258" align="alignnone" width="531"] Downstairs Bedroom at Open View[/caption]

From gym and junk room.

[caption id="attachment_1259" align="alignnone" width="300"] Downstairs Room Before[/caption]

To stunning and spacious, the room’s dimensions become apparent.

[caption id="attachment_1232" align="alignnone" width="532"] Downstairs Bedroom Open View[/caption]

The master makeover.

[caption id="attachment_1237" align="alignnone" width="300"] Master Bedroom Before[/caption]

Creates a grand master.

[caption id="attachment_1238" align="alignnone" width="532"] Master Bedroom Open View[/caption]

A spare bedroom transformed.

[caption id="attachment_1104" align="alignnone" width="300"] Spare Bedroom Before[/caption]

And a pretty young room revealed.

[caption id="attachment_1224" align="alignnone" width="532"] Colourful Child’s Bedroom[/caption]

A storage and sewing space.

[caption id="attachment_1106" align="alignnone" width="300"] Sewing and Storage Before[/caption]

Becomes a bedroom that’s ready for a new owner.

[caption id="attachment_1205" align="alignnone" width="532"] Blue Bedroom After[/caption]

A hectic home life.

Reveals a harmonious lifestyle.

[caption id="attachment_1198" align="alignnone" width="532"] Open Plan Living at Open Home[/caption]

 

Market Ready

‘It looks like a Showhome!’ said Julie.

With so many beautiful photos to choose from, Henk and Julie realised the benefits of professionally decorating their home-for-sale – better online photos, more viewings at open homes – higher offers and a faster sale.

The property sold in 14 days within 2% of the asking price after the new buyers viewed it at the first open.

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[caption id="attachment_1225" align="alignnone" width="532"] Back of House After Makeover[/caption]

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Time was of the essence when real estate agent David, decided to sell his two-storey beachside home.  He was ready to move and wanted to list his home on the market straight away – but the home wasn’t yet market-ready.

David, and his 21-year-old son Matt, had the house pretty well divided in two.  David lived upstairs in the more formal lounge, dining, kitchen, master bedroom and outdoor dining areas whilst Matt and friends enjoyed a casual beach lifestyle downstairs.

Dave saw Tracey from Showhomes at a Gold Coast Property Group meeting on the Wednesday night and by Friday morning at 10am, Showhomes was onsite.

 

Initial Consultation

Friday: 10am

The Initial Consultation reveals a great base for styling, but there’s a lot to do before the One Day Makeover.  David set a deadline for the following Saturday at 11am for photos.  David and Tracey discuss ideas for the makeover and start the restyling process.

Tracey describes the home as a ‘Man Cave’, perfectly set up for the current living needs with practical, sturdy furniture and simple furnishings.   Having been recently painted, lights dangled from the ceilings and few of the windows had coverings.

[caption id="attachment_1306" align="alignnone" width="300"] Living Upstairs Before[/caption]

Dave plans to show the home before the final makeover so simple changes are made to lighten and brighten the room while appropriate furniture and furnishings are being sourced.

[caption id="attachment_1295" align="alignnone" width="300"] Upstairs Lounge after Initial Consultation[/caption]

David reveals that he has furniture and furnishings in storage and the garage reveals a store of beach-style art.  These are used in the final transformation.

[caption id="attachment_1350" align="alignnone" width="553"] Upstairs Lounge after Makeover[/caption]

Cleaning of all rooms, windows, furniture and furnishings is essential to showcase the home-for-sale at it’s best.  The main windows are measured for curtains.

[caption id="attachment_1300" align="alignnone" width="300"] Upstairs Dining Before[/caption]

Heavier furniture items are removed  from the upstairs lounge and dining areas during the Initial Consultation.

[caption id="attachment_1313" align="alignnone" width="300"] Dining Room after Initial Consultation[/caption]

David and Tracey determine which items are needed for the makeover from his stores and which are to be supplied by Showhomes.  The items are chosen that will best show off the property’s features.

[caption id="attachment_1349" align="alignnone" width="549"] Formal Dining After Makeover[/caption]

So much needs to be done before the One Day Makeover including moving furniture, cleaning rooms and windows, fixing lights, covering windows, affixing artworks, painting and decluttering the garage, and gardening.

Ideally, all will be completed before the interior decorating by Showhomes.

 

One Day Makeover

Deadline: Saturday week 11am

David gives himself and the team a week to be photo ready.  Matt and his mates take over the gardening and external areas as Dave directs a raft of tradespeople.  The Showhomes team prepares the interior of the home to be photo-ready by Saturday morning.

Results

Downstairs

The casual downstairs living area is transformed.

[caption id="attachment_1358" align="alignnone" width="300"] Downstairs Lounge before Makeover[/caption]

Capturing casual comfort, space and the beach lifestyle, as well as showcasing the beautiful wooden floors.

[caption id="attachment_1352" align="alignnone" width="598"] Downstairs Lounge after Makeover[/caption]

Basic furnishings function in the downstairs living space before adding lifestyle.

[caption id="attachment_1359" align="alignnone" width="300"] Downstairs Living after Makeover[/caption]

The room’s purpose and style became obvious with artwork,  furniture and furnishings.

[caption id="attachment_1360" align="alignnone" width="614"] Downstairs Living after Makeover[/caption]

Before the makeover – the hint of a kitchenette.

[caption id="attachment_1364" align="alignnone" width="221"] Bench before Makeover[/caption]

Accessories create a usable kitchen bench space.

[caption id="attachment_1363" align="alignnone" width="605"] Kitchenette after Makeover[/caption]

In the sleeping zone, the 4th bedroom is a study or office before the makeover.

[caption id="attachment_1384" align="alignnone" width="544"] Bedroom after Makeover[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1369" align="alignnone" width="300"] Upstairs Balcony before Makeover[/caption]

Using the overflow furniture from inside, Showhomes creates a versatile private outdoor living area.

[caption id="attachment_1371" align="alignnone" width="513"] Upstairs Balcony after Makeover[/caption]

Downstairs verandah bare and vacant.

[caption id="attachment_1518" align="alignnone" width="300"] Verandah before Makeover[/caption]

Downstairs verandah given a new life with furniture.

[caption id="attachment_1520" align="alignnone" width="580"] Verandah after Makeover[/caption]

 

Market Ready

David and Matt get the job completed on time.  The benefits of professionally decorating their home will be revealed in better online photos, more viewings, and the promise of higher offers and a faster sale.

For more information on Showhomes’ home decorating homes-for-sale services, please click Services now.

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